Italian Meat-Stuffed Fried Olives are divine, delicious delicacies. They are one of the best appetizers I have ever put in my mouth. In Italy, they are a traditional family dish, that is often made by the entire family, and which are served at celebrations, parties, and family get-togethers in the Marche region, where they are …
Spring is a time to lighten up and enjoy the beauty around us, and my Spring Wildgrain Subscription Box helped me do just that! Wildgrain Subscription Boxes provide delicious, nutritious artisanal breads, pastas and pastries to make your workload a little lighter, while helping you enjoy easy, great meals with the people you love. A …
I was given an air fryer to review by Cosori, and this recipe for Crispy, Tasty, Air Fryer Roasted Chickpeas with Garlic and Thyme is one of my favorite snacks. Not only did this recipe turn out very well in the air fryer, it’s also faster than traditional oven roasting. Some Facts About Chickpeas and …
Fried Green Tomato: Appetizer, or Sandwich? There’s nothing that’s more classically southern, than a fried green tomato. Fried green tomatoes are delicious all by themselves, but they get even yummier served with a delicious remoulade dipping sauce. They’re good as a side dish, or even as an appetizer. But, if you’re feeling slightly adventurous, why …
For this post, I thought I’d throw together a roundup of several of my recipes, any of which would be great items to share at a Memorial Day get-together or pot luck. While I’m at it, I’ll tell you about a website where you can find MORE great recipes: a site called Yummly. A Word …
This appetizer recipe for Goat Cheese with Sun-Dried Tomatoes is easy, creamy, tangy, crunchy, and goes great with a nice glass of wine. It’s the perfect thing to enjoy before plowing into Thanksgiving meal preparations. Why Goat Cheese with Sun-Dried Tomatoes? Every Thanksgiving, I serve an appetizer of Goat Cheese with Sun-dried Tomatoes, Garlic and …
Watermelon Mojito Wedges are perfect for the lazy days of summer. When you need an easy, refreshing accompaniment to whatever you’re planning on grilling, Watermelon Mojito Wedges are JUST the thing. Once you’ve had one taste, it’s really, really hard to stop! And, since they’re low in calories, there’s no need to stop! What Are …
Heirloom Tomato Appetizer with Bacon, Fresh Mozzarella and Basil is my most favorite summer appetizer of all time! No kidding. It not only has not only has bacon and fresh mozzarella, it also has a delightfully tangy vinaigrette drizzled over top that truly makes this an unforgettable appetizer! And did I mention the fried bread? …
This post was sponsored by Morton’s Salt as part of their Morton’s Salt Next Door Chef Campaign. All opinions are, of course, my own. This past Monday, I joined a number of guests at a unique dining experience, here in Nashville: “Morton Salt’s Next Door Chef: Nashville” event. Morton Salt, converted the backyard of Travis …
Caponata is a traditional Italian appetizer you can make in advance of any event you’re having. It is made of eggplant and lots of other summer vegetables, simmered and served over crostini. Absolutely delicious!!! I got more eggplant in my CSA box a few weeks ago, and my daughter was getting burnt out on Eggplant …
This recipe for Crispy Lime and Cilantro Chicken Wings with Sriracha produces wonderfully crisp wings, packed with delicious, delightful flavor, that won’t burn your lips off your face. Now that I’ve tried a couple of Chef Michael Symon’s recipes, I have been on the lookout for more. I’m on the waiting list at …
Hummus is a Middle Eastern dip made with chickpeas, that is often eaten with pita bread, or fresh vegetables. This yummy hummus dip recipe is easy, delicious, and one that I’ve been using for years. I’ve served it at parties, as an appetizer, because you can really dress it up to look elegant. But it’s also …
This recipe for a Mixed Antipasto Platter is not only delicious, it’s absolutely a show stopper, in terms of appearance. Your guests will be eager to dig in and decide which of the delicacies they like best. The Big Night The title I originally gave this post, The Big Night, is a reference to a …